This project shows how to build a solid wood bench using just four 2x8s in about 30 minutes. The design is simple, strong, and doesn’t rely on complicated cuts or joinery. It’s a great example of how ...

Most homemade entryway benches look great in photos, but wobble like crazy the moment someone actually sits on them. The difference between a bench that lasts years and one that falls apart in months ...

This sweet little bench is from my new book of simple but stylish woodworking projects, Build Stuff with Wood. It’s straightforward in every way — you can make the bench with a miter saw and a ...

POP Projects is a collection of new and classic projects from more than a century of Popular Mechanics. Master skills, get tool recommendations, and, most importantly, build something of your very own ...

"Less is more" definitely applies to modern furniture. But despite its simple lines, modern style furniture can be expensive. This well-designed bench, on the other hand, looks great and only takes a ...